What does Department Of Energy do?

The Department of Energy focuses on a multidisciplinary mission centered on advanced scientific research, engineering development, and the maintenance of specialized technical infrastructure. Strategic priorities include research and development in physical and engineering sciences, the procurement of analytical laboratory instrumentation, and the development of complex electronic and semiconductor devices. The agency also maintains a focus on specialized aviation logistics, including aircraft configuration and certification, and the operational upkeep of its physical facilities. Procurement patterns emphasize high-tech research services, computer systems design, and the manufacturing of precision instruments for measuring and controlling industrial process variables. The agency frequently utilizes subcontracts for specialized engineering services, aircraft modifications, and facility maintenance, including emergency response and safety compliance documentation. The agency primarily targets vendors within NAICS categories related to professional scientific research, computer systems design, and specialized manufacturing. There is a documented preference for Small Business Administration set-asides to support diverse vendor participation. The Department of Energy operates as a cabinet-level department with a broad organizational scope that encompasses both high-level scientific research and the management of physical assets, such as the OSTI building. Its procurement structure utilizes a mix of sole-source notices and subcontracts to acquire highly specialized technical expertise and facility services.

How do I find contracts from Department Of Energy?

You can find contracts from Department Of Energy on CLEATUS by visiting the agency's contracts tab. Search and filter by contract type, NAICS code, set-aside, and more. CLEATUS aggregates data from SAM.gov, FPDS, USASpending.gov, and state procurement systems.

How much does Department Of Energy spend on contracts?

In the last 12 months, Department Of Energy has obligated $57,385,953,218 across 14,584 contract awards to 5,085 contractors. The agency currently has 441 active contract opportunities.

What industries does Department Of Energy contract in?

Department Of Energy primarily contracts in the following industries: (NAICS ), FACILITIES SUPPORT SERVICES (NAICS 561210), RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT IN THE PHYSICAL, ENGINEERING, AND LIFE SCIENCES (EXCEPT NANOTECHNOLOGY AND BIOTECHNOLOGY) (NAICS 541715), OTHER COMPUTER RELATED SERVICES (NAICS 541519), REMEDIATION SERVICES (NAICS 562910). These NAICS codes represent the most active procurement categories for this agency in the last 12 months.

What contracts does Department Of Energy award?

Department Of Energy has awarded 14,584 contracts in the last 12 months, totaling $57,385,953,218 in obligations across 5,085 contractors. Top procurement categories include FACILITIES SUPPORT SERVICES, RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT IN THE PHYSICAL, ENGINEERING, AND LIFE SCIENCES (EXCEPT NANOTECHNOLOGY AND BIOTECHNOLOGY), OTHER COMPUTER RELATED SERVICES. Browse all contracts .

How do I do business with Department Of Energy?

To do business with Department Of Energy, start by registering in SAM.gov and obtaining a UEI number. Then search for contract opportunities from this agency on CLEATUS. Review the agency's procurement history, identify relevant NAICS codes, and prepare competitive proposals. The contractors tab shows companies that have won contracts from this agency.

What is Department Of Energy's annual contract spend?

Department Of Energy has obligated $57,385,953,218 in contract awards over the last 12 months. This includes 14,584 contract actions to 5,085 unique contractors. The agency currently has 441 active contract opportunities.

What NAICS codes does Department Of Energy use?

Department Of Energy primarily uses the following NAICS codes: 561210 (FACILITIES SUPPORT SERVICES), 541715 (RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT IN THE PHYSICAL, ENGINEERING, AND LIFE SCIENCES (EXCEPT NANOTECHNOLOGY AND BIOTECHNOLOGY)), 541519 (OTHER COMPUTER RELATED SERVICES), 562910 (REMEDIATION SERVICES), 562211 (HAZARDOUS WASTE TREATMENT AND DISPOSAL). These represent the most common industry classifications for contracts awarded by this agency in the last 12 months.

Who are the top contractors for Department Of Energy?

View the full list of contractors who have won awards from Department Of Energy in the contractors tab . You can filter by contract value, NAICS code, and set-aside type to find relevant competitors and potential teaming partners.

What are the sub-agencies of Department Of Energy?

Department Of Energy has 61 sub-agencies that award contracts independently. Each sub-agency has its own procurement activity, NAICS codes, and contractor relationships. View the full list on the agency overview.

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Department Of Energy

Federal Government Agency

The Department of Energy focuses on a multidisciplinary mission centered on advanced scientific research, engineering development, and the maintenance of specialized technical infrastructure. Strategic priorities include research and development in physical and engineering sciences, the procurement of analytical laboratory instrumentation, and the development of complex electronic and semiconductor devices.

Department Of Energy is a government agency with procurement activity across contracts, awards, and contractors. Over the last 12 months, Department Of Energy has obligated $57,385,953,218, issued 14,584 awards, and worked with 5,085 contractors. It currently has 441 open contract opportunities. Procurement is concentrated in FACILITIES SUPPORT SERVICES, RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT IN THE PHYSICAL, ENGINEERING, AND LIFE SCIENCES (EXCEPT NANOTECHNOLOGY AND BIOTECHNOLOGY), and OTHER COMPUTER RELATED SERVICES.

441

Active Contracts

$57.4B

Total Obligations (12mo)

Top

Leadership and vacancies

Senate-confirmed and senior-executive posts at Department Of Energy and its sub-agencies, as published in the OPM Plum Book. These are leadership positions, not total employees.

Source: OPM Plum Book · Last confirmed 09/07/2026

Leadership posts

Filled

Vacant

22% of posts

Acting officials

Showing the 50 most senior of 69 posts

Posts of Department Of Energy

Expand				Status		Appointment	Pay grade	Salary	Location
No posts at Department Of Energy itself. Its sub-agencies are below.

Expand				Status		Appointment	Pay grade	Salary	Location
	Federal Energy Regulatory Commission	50 posts		13 vacant

Showing the 50 most senior of 69 posts

Posts of Department Of Energy

Expand				Status		Appointment	Pay grade	Salary	Location
No posts at Department Of Energy itself. Its sub-agencies are below.

Expand				Status		Appointment	Pay grade	Salary	Location
	Federal Energy Regulatory Commission	50 posts		13 vacant

Top Department Of Energy Contractors

Companies with the highest total award amounts from this agency, ranked by contract value.

Company	Total Awards	Contracts
NATIONAL TECHNOLOGY & ENGINEERING SOLUTIONS OF SANDIA, LLC	$91.5B	63
LOCKHEED MARTIN CORP	$48.1B	1
THE REGENTS OF THE UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA	$46.0B	11
REGENTS OF THE UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA, THE	$42.9B	3
UT-BATTELLE LLC	$42.5B	220
LAWRENCE LIVERMORE NATIONAL SECURITY, LLC	$41.5B	30
CONSOLIDATED NUCLEAR SECURITY, LLC	$35.3B	7
TRIAD NATIONAL SECURITY, LLC	$35.2B	11
BATTELLE MEMORIAL INSTITUTE	$30.9B	48
LOS ALAMOS NATIONAL SECURITY LLC	$27.8B	16